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Academy Robert Bosch Fellowship At Chatham House, London
Chatham House is inviting applicants for the Academy Robert Bosch Fellowship (Russia and Eurasia) in the Queen Elizabeth II Academy for Leadership in International Affairs. The fellowship is for a 9-month term from mid-September 2017 to mid-June 2018. Deadline for the application is May 31.
5 Ways To Have A Productive, Yet Enjoyable Summer
It is possible to have a summer break during which we enjoy the sunny weather, spending time with friends and family and traveling here and there, but at the same time keep an active and energetic attitude that makes us productive while having fun during our favourite holiday season. Here are 5 effective and doable tips to help you have both a productive and enjoyable summer, one that you will never forget.
The EU-Russia Civil Society Forum Invites Young Professionals
The EU-Russia Civil Society Forum invites young professionals aged between 25 and 35 from the EU, Russia, and other European states for the annual "Europe Lab" Forum. The Forum will take place on 27–30 July 2017 in the Polish city of Gdańsk in cooperation with the European Solidarity Centre, which is the hosting organisation for this year’s “Europe Lab”. The deadline for applications is May 1st.
Research on Instagram: How I Discovered That Visual Content Is King
There are people who say that their master’s degree took two years out of their lives with little to show for the time and trouble, and then there are the people who manage to look at it differently and say: “Oh my God, I actually learned something!“ Luckily for me, I fall in the second group.
Global Initiatives Symposium In Taiwan
Young people from all over the world are welcome to apply for the Global Initiatives Symposium in Taiwan. This year, the GIS Taiwan will take place at the National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan, from July 3 to July 7. Deadline for the application is May 14, 2017.
International Youth Summer School In Beijing: Applications Are Now Open!
Youth Time announces the opening of applications for the International Youth Summer School in Beijing. The main theme of the summer school is “Startups and Exchanges as Pillars of a New World Order”. The event will be particularly rewarding for young people who already have or want to develop a focus on multicultural projects. The event will be held from the 5th to the 10th of June, in Beijing. The deadline to apply is April 15th.
Internship At The Bretton Woods Committee In The USA
The Committee seeks the help of 2-3 interns each semester to support the Committee’s programs and operations. The application process is now open for summer internships that will take place between June and August in Washington, D.C. The deadline to apply for a summer internship is April 30.
Weekend Picks: The Best Books Written To Amuse
This week the world celebrates April Fools' Day, the unofficial day of humor and comedy. We hope that you won't fall victim to any innocent – or not so innocent – practical jokes and hoaxes. Instead of looking for an opportunity to play a joke on a friend, pick up one of these great humor books, which we have reviewed for you, and spend the day enjoying the sophisticated wit of these renowned authors.
The Tech-savvy Generation And Cyber-safety
The world entered the digital era decades ago, and the first generation to be born and raised in this fast-changing and ever-improving society were the Millennials. As expected, they are notoriously tech-savvy, but does that automatically imply that they are also experts in cyber safety? How does this generation, often described as arrogant, fearless, and entitled, feel about cyber safety, and do they really take the time to secure their information online?
The Decline In E-book Sales Continues
With the rapid technological advances and discoveries that have happened in the last few decades, inevitable changes in society and lifestyles have occurred around the world. Introducing innovative and digital replacements for many traditional tools and objects happens on a daily basis now. One major innovation – e-books – shook the publishing industry about a decade ago. Though e-books were rapidly accepted among the general population, especially young people, in the last few years their sales have started to go down. What are the reasons for this decline? Is it just temporary, and what are the possible outcomes?
Five Enchanting And Captivating Soundtracks
You’ve experienced it – yesterday you watched a movie, and ever since then you can´t stop humming the main music theme . . . It is pretty obvious that film music is not just written to fill the blind spots in the movie, and is eligible to live a life of its own. Here are five captivating motion picture themes.
Tweeting Our Lives
Imagine that every social network is like a kitchen table. It is not limited by length, width, or number of seats, so you can have as many guests as you please. Now, imagine your kitchen full of dishes, ingredients, and you, preparing various delicious meals to impress your guests. Have you ever thought about how many guests your table should hold, and how much you are ready to invest in cooking and serving?
Silent Hero In The World Of Wrong Beliefs
It is the 21st century, and there are still some certain countries in the world where it is hard to be a woman. Child marriages, violence, a lack of female schools, tribal prejudices which hold that education is not for women are everyday realities. In such surroundings, Wadia Samadi (28) grasped her chance to earn an academic degree in Economics when international organizations were available to help out. She also did the unimaginable: she became a journalist and a businesswoman. She still goes to meetings with an escort, because many associates refuse to negotiate or meet with her otherwise. Dealing with such moments, she continues her subtle fight to change people's minds about opportunities for women in business and in other phases of life. We interview the first female owner of a financial website in Afghanistan in an eye-opening story for the Youth Time magazine.
Powerful Yoga Excercise For Spring
I will begin with five reasons why you should start yoga immediately. First, yoga will help you to rejuvenate yourself. Second, yoga will help you to gain stamina and strength.Third, yoga significantly reduces stress. Fourth, yoga helps with concentration. And fifth - it will help you to connect your mind with your body. Isn’t now the right time to get started?
Content Sharing: How To Not Get Penalized For Copyright Infringement On Facebook
Facebook Live was launched in 2016, and with it came a new concern towards fighting copyright infringement. Users have been sued for live streaming paper view events, and so far, Facebook has not come up with a viable solution to the issue. If you don’t want to find yourself on the receiving end of a lawsuit, here are a few tips and reminders to save you from the headache.
Land Of Urban Vibe, Rural Scenery, And The Last Nomads In The World
Now it’s time for a real adventure. We are heading to an unfairly underestimated country in the middle of Asia – Mongolia. Mongolia is a landlocked country of vast steppes, blue skies, mountains, hawks, horses, historical heroes, and yoghurt. Probably the most famous thing about Mongolia is its great hero and warrior king, Genghis Khan, who managed to conquer almost the whole world and created an empire that briefly stretched from the Korean Peninsula to the Black Sea. The country is large but sparsely inhabited, with only 3mln people. It is still a developing country with one, fast-growing city and large areas where nature remains pristine and inhabitants are scarce. Because of sparse air connections and a not-very-developed infrastructure, Mongolia is hard to get to but is definitely worth visiting, as you will see when you read about it.
Have You Been Wrapped In A “Filter Bubble” Too?
Content is everywhere, and it bombards us all day, every day. From the first moment in the morning when we open our eyes and turn on the TV or check our phones for the latest news on social media, to the last moment of the day, when we check it once more just before we go to sleep. We believe we are up to date, and are soaking in a diversity of opinions, but in reality, we are trapped in a ‘filter bubble’.
Five Mobile Apps For Meeting New Friends Abroad
Did you just land a new, crazy exciting internship abroad? Are you following your love to a foreign country? Have you gotten so fed up with your home city that you have decided to move to another? Migration among young people is on the rise, and the global world itself enables us to move abroad practically overnight. For whatever reason we move to another country, finding new people and beginning to call them friends is never easy.
Weekend Picks: 5 Controversial Books
This week, we give you a list of the five most controversial books of all time. They contain topics that will definitely spark a lot of heated discussions and perhaps reshape your opinion about war, family, relationships, and honesty. Some of them might shock you, and some will make you plunge into a reverie.
Five Books To Read When You Feel Low Or Depressed
Life is not a never-ending party that always brings joy and elation. Even the most successful people have experienced streaks of bad luck which have resulted in moral breakdown and emotional exhaustion verging on frustration. Whenever you feel low or depressed, just turn off every source of possible negativity and start reading one of the books. . . and then another one until you feel much better.
























